Associate Director, Branded Content (Wine & Spirits Client)

PHD is a global communications planning and media buying agency network delivering smart strategic thinking and creative innovation for the world’s leading brands. Brilliant media thinking is in our DNA. A culture of thought-leadership, creativity and innovation has seen us grow from a challenger agency in the UK, to a global leader with over 6,000 employees in over 100 offices worldwide. We combine the latest industry insight with the best creative minds to produce planning innovation and create award-winning work for some of the world’s largest advertisers. Finding a better way is our ethos and sums up how we approach everything – from a new client brief to the way we work.ResponsibilitiesSupport and contribute to the overall vision and management of branded content initiatives on behalf of our clientsActively build out content strategies and content opportunities that deliver on our clients’ marketing and media objectives with media networks, digital publishers, and moreDevelop sound content recommendations to clients, with insights, big ideas, cultural proof points, and compelling tacticsDevelop close relationships with internal media strategy and investment teams to align our team’s content programs to broader strategic priorities and objectivesStay atop of current content, storytelling, and technology trends and how those may impact the client businessSupport the Executive Director with presentation materials, status updates, and ad hoc meetings to ensure successful communication with clients and agency partners on a consistent basis ExecutionServe as the day-to-day point of contact and content expert for clients, integrated agency teams, and partners to execute multiple programs across a calendar year, from strategy to ideation to creative development to executionAssist in the development and lead the activation of multi-platform distribution plans for programs across digital, linear, social, and experientialDevelop and execute timelines, manage production schedules, adhere to deadlines, set up/organize internal/client meetings, and enforce ongoing team communication throughout programManage internal and external work streams and production process for assigned projects during the creative development phase; development phase will require help with producing written and visual materials such as brand briefs to share with partners, client recommendations, program overviews, and more Team ManagementReporting to the Director, you may also support the Executive Director based on assigned projects and client initiatives Thought LeadershipOffer support to Content Leadership on new business pitches and marketing collateral on an as-needed basisQualificationsMinimum 6 years’ experience in entertainment and content marketing, integrated partnerships, or strategic partnership developmentPlus: Knowledge of the media marketplace and thinking creativelyProven analytical, strategic thinking, communication, client service, and project management skillsInterest in and passion for the future of the marketing and media industriesStellar written and verbal communication skillsAbility to address challenges, work under pressure, follow-through and solve problems quickly in the face of challengesAbility to communicate information effectively and confidently in both verbal and written formats (development of ideas, pitches, research and recaps, client presentations, etc.)Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Advertising, Media, or related field preferredPassion for entertainment and culture opportunities for brandsExperience working with various marketing channels (including digital and social)Experience in concept development, production oversight, and foundational understanding of working with and managing media partnersUnderstanding of the digital and social landscapeExperience implementing effective measurement models, synthesizing data to prove value and program successCan manage peer level clients with a successful track record in account management and client serviceThis is the pay range ($70,000-$125,000) the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, benefits include: health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid parental leave, paid medical leave, and STD/LTD insurance benefits.This role is hybrid, requiring three (3) days per week in the office. The remaining two (2) days may be worked remotely. Specific in-office days will be discussed during the interview process, with flexibility to align with team needs. Please note that the number or required in-office days may be adjusted over time, potentially increasing the number of required in-office days based on business needs.#LI-SL1